Banned in EU

Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Citrus Limon (Lemon) Somatic Embryo Extract is the extract of the somatic embryos of the lemon, Citrus limon grown in culture, Rutaceae.

What does it do?

Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 358), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract?

Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citrus Limon (Lemon) Somatic Embryo Extract is the extract of the somatic embryos of the lemon, Citrus limon grown in culture, Rutaceae.

Is Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract do in cosmetic products?

Citrus Limon Somatic Embryo Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 01/12/2017